What is Net Metering and How Does it Benefit Me as a Solar Customer?
By Ron Maurer Let’s talk about net metering. A lot of people have asked me this question; “What is Net Metering?” In effect, Net …
A Room-by-Room Guide to Eco-Friendly Home Modifications and Renovations
Article by Ryan Fitzgerald with Raleigh Realty Homes Whether you buy an older home or a new construction home, there are most likely modifications and …
Compost Club and November Updates
In June 2020, Sustainable Broomfield and the Crescent Grange partnered together to launch a new initiative sorely needed in Broomfield, the Compost Club. The grange had …
Why We Don’t Have Curbside Composting in Broomfield & What You Can Do Until We Do
Biggest Hurdle One of the main reasons Broomfield hasn’t adopted a curbside composting service yet is that we have multiple trash haulers operating in the …
Sustainable Broomfield: Summer 2020
Sustainable Broomfield has had an eventful summer! Due to the impacts felt by COVID-19, we anticipated having to hold all our meetings online, but on …
14 Sustainability Tips: Save The Earth, While Saving Money
1. Shop at thrift or consignment stores instead of buying brand new. 2. Eat less meat. Fruits, vegetables, and grains are better for the environment, …
Climate Action Challenge: Start An Environmental Initiative in 90 Days
Read below for an exciting opportunity from Green Team Academy to help create actionable environmental change in 90 days! 2020 International Climate Action Challenge: 1,000 …
Broomfield Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability (ACES): July Update Briefing
ACES Update Presentation Catherine Drumheller, a member of Broomfield’s Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability (ACES), was a featured presenter at our July Sustainable Broomfield meeting. This …
Gardening with Native Plants: A Low Water, Restorative Solution
At our last Sustainable Broomfield meeting, Sarah Schweig, the Broomfield CSU Extension Director & Horticulture Agent, presented some great information on native alternatives for commonly …
The Climate Reality Project: A Leadership Opportunity
Special post by Craig Hebrink Join in the fight against the Climate Crisis with Climate Reality. I’m currently mentoring for the Climate Reality Leadership Corps: …